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V259 EWB

1999 Yamaha Virago

Orange Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,323 mi
Last recorded11,323 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Yamaha Virago17,879 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV259 EWB
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1999
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 1 Apr 2026 11,323 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 10,520 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2022 8,948 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 6,284 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Sep 2018 6,230 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 6,051 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2016 5,520 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 4,781 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 4,751 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 4,712 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 4,672 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 4,630 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 4,555 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 4,449 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Virago?

Based on 18,852 MOT tests across 1,770 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
353
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
1,770
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 218
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 214
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 107
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 90
Headlamp aim too high 85
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V259 EWB is a 1999 Yamaha Virago in Orange with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha Virago models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 17,879 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Virago fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 218 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V259 EWB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Virago typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 27 years old, this Yamaha Virago is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V259 EWB registered?

V259 EWB is a 1999 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 27 November 1999.

Is V259 EWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for V259 EWB shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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